How to Fit a Velux Blind

In today's video I'll be showing you how to fit a Velux Blackout Blind - in a Velux window I installed a few months ago.
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The blind I'm installing (in my daughter's bedroom) is a manual roller blackout blind, but exactly the same principle applies if you are installing a Velux solar powered electric blind.
It couldn't be more straightforward with Velux's brilliantly easy to follow pictures, but sometimes a video is quite handy for the trickier parts of the install, so that's why I thought you might find my install video useful!
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Screwdriver - provided in the kit; or
Electric screwdriver with T10 screw bit
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[@CharlieDIYte]

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[@simonhowell8026]

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[@bernardbarry5411]

Charlie you saved me a lot of grief. Simple easy to follow step by step video. Much better than the instructions that accompanied the blind.

[@han7347]

You sir are a bloody legend. I've been procrastinating for so long making excuses not to fit my blackout blind. This was so helpful and gave me the confidence to do this myself. Thank you again

[@royneil8301]

Absolutely brilliant demonstration, very clear and no surplus waffle. I was installing mine leaning across a gallery so was doing it blind and just following your instructions.

[@christinegornowicz3103]

Hey thank you SO SO SO MUCH!!!! I AM 61 and a handy phobe.... but with your help I DID IT!!!!!! AMAZING!!!! THANKS AGAIN!!!

[@CharlieDIYte]

YEY!!! That's fantastic news!! Well done you, and keep up the brilliant DIY. You see, I told you you could do it!

[@marymacken3563]

We were delighted to find Charlie DIYte and this video on the installation of our new Velux blind. His instructions were so very user-friendly, a great deal more so than any other you tube video we found. Fantastic for the "DIY challenged" people we are :) . very many thanks indeed to Charlie

[@CharlieDIYte]

Aw, thanks Mary - really glad you found them useful, and thanks for taking the time to comment 👍

[@GaretJax-z5i]

This vid is much better than the Velux instructions. Took as long as the vid to install 😊👏👏 thx

[@GregoryOakley-mw2qz]

Absolute top drawer tuition, well done…you are a star!

[@Gr33nSp1der]

Really useful. I watched this before ordering the blinds and was reassured that I could fit them. I anticipated a few problems because the windows are 30 years old but there weren't any. It doesn't take any great strength/power tools/machismo. Thank you very much.

[@angelawolsey4926]

Hi, Thank you for easy to follow the video. I have just completed installing the replacement Velux blind. Amazingly easy to do and no broken finger nails. I am 65 years young and have never been put off by a challenge in all my years. The only thing that I was a little confused about when the blind arrived was the fact that the original fixings on the window and indeed the old blind itself looked totally different to the ones on the new blind. Your video gave me the confidence to place the blind. The rest as they just followed nicely. Thank you.

[@slicktype001]

This demonstration couldn’t have come at a better time. Thanks so much for this video. EXTREMELY helpful!!!!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're very welcome - thanks for taking the time to comment!

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[@tonygriffiths7416]

This is the clearest and most useful instructional video I have used in years of DIY. Thank you very much and keep them coming!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Really glad you found it useful Tony. Thanks for letting me know. 👊

[@tonygriffiths7416]

@@CharlieDIYte Just a question for you. I have installed five velux blinds over the last few days without any problems but the fabric on one side of one of the blinds is not taught and overnight it bows outwards at a couple of points in the lower half of the blind otherwise it works perfectly have you any suggestions as to how I can remedy this? The cord and fabric fit in the channels and the movement is smooth when opening and closing the blind Thanks in anticipation Tony

[@lucindajacob9331]

This was just great! As Charlie said the Velux instructions are excellent but it was so reassuring to follow him in this video. Thanks Charlie!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Lucinda. Glad you found it useful.

[@jacquihurst6690]

Excellent, with your help it would have taken me so much longer. Thank you.

[@davidtaylor9424]

What a piece of cake, installed blind in 5 mins whilst watching the video, super simple and very helpful with some handy wee tips. Brilliant

[@CharlieDIYte]

Glad to hear it. Thanks for letting me know, David and good work 👍🏻

[@SunnySingh-ne7jw]

Literally just followed your video and installed a blind. Wouldn't have known where to start had it not been for your video! Great stuff. Appreciate it.

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're very welcome. Yes the pictures are clever in that they can sell the blinds internationally without worrying about translations, but they're not always very clear.

[@garrymercer2067]

Just had my Velux windows fitted. And, I have just fitted my black out blinds hassle free thanks to you Charlie. Your instructions are so, so clear, we'll delivered (you can tell I'm a teacher) and I really appreciate all the extra little tips which make a massive difference. You are very good. Thanks again. Garry

[@CharlieDIYte]

So glad to hear that Garry and thanks so much for letting me know. 👊

[@DJR30645]

thank you. I was going to buy cheaper ones but saw this and bought original Velux. fitting very easy after watching your vid. took 10 mins per window. cheers.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Good work David. I think you made the right choice there. Could be a false economy to buy the cheaper stuff.

[@garyedwards8099]

For a DiY numpty like me this was brilliant, thank you - the Velux booklet is ok but seeing it step by step and from different angles was crucial to success, thank you

[@johnhutchinson4488]

Just put up my little girls velux blind using your video as a guide. Superb. Great instructions. Job took less than 5 minutes. Thanks mate.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Great work John and thanks for watching the vid. It's a fantastic system isn't it. 👊

[@peterstevens2033]

Whilst the instructions are good its always helpful to watch a video and this was super helpful thanks.

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Peter. Thanks for the comment. Really chuffed you found it useful. 👊

[@JimNowotny]

Totally impressed with quality and fitting. 10 minute installation.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Jim. Glad you find it useful 👍

[@maiahmed2032]

I love every step you did I'm about to get mine ordered. I can't thank you enough for the clear explanation of the work . One of my best videos since I've ever remembered. Thank you 😊

[@CharlieDIYte]

Aw, thanks so much Mai 🙏

[@Oliverm0001]

This was a life saver. the instructions were so confusing in the manual!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Oliver. I agree. Pictures are great for Velux in that they mean less translations internationally, but they're often pretty confusing.

[@davidmcmahon2720]

Very helpful, avoided a few pitfalls that would have happened by using the velux instructions..thank you..🇮🇪

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks David. Really glad you find it useful 👍🏻

[@grahamdurrant8177]

Just purchased some Velux blinds and found this Video really helpful before attempting to fit --Thanks

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Graham. Thanks for taking the time to comment - it's massively appreciated!!

[@DarkDestroyer-vr4ui]

Glad you showed where the window code was, I never knew it was there.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Something I learnt on site. It is a bit hidden isn't it!

[@megaspongebob6]

Cheers Charlie, didn't even open the instructions.... thanks very much.

[@skinny4101]

Thank's man! My father and I couldn't fit it by looking at the instructions, and your video really helped us. :)

[@CharlieDIYte]

Really glad to hear that. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@hellishman1]

Always good to see someone else explain clearly - and thank goodness there's no annoying heavy -metal background music, or the like accompanying it! - , but I pride myself at having fitted an older Velux blind myself with the clear Velux instructions that come with their blinds today. Sadly I'm having to buy an altogether new set because my Velux skylight window was over 30 years old (sprung a small leak!), and Velux tell me that I cannot use the perfectly good double-blind I so carefully used in the last 6+ years.. because, as they say, 'the dimensions of the windows have changed somewhat', and my older blind will not fit. I take this with a big pinch of salt, as in these days of 'use and throw.. and buy a new one', is what we have to endure! I'm sure if I seriously put my not -too-bad DIY skills to it, I can adapt my older blinds to fit, even if I have to sacrifice s little loss of 'perfection' here and there, but laziness at my age is a great enemy, haha. Nevertheless, good video Charlie!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Giorgio. I suspect you'd struggle to adapt the old blind to the new window, but I agree, it's gutting to throw away a perfectly decent blind.

[@SamanthaParry-k6p]

Just fitted my velux after watching. Thank you so much you made it really easy and quick to do

[@johnmcg2063]

Thanks Charlie, just fitted mine on 980x1180 great to see it done right first 😊

[@jameswilson6315]

Superb demonstration of how to install Velux Blinds. Many thanks!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome James 👍

[@Benvos]

After a year of planning the blinds finally got bought and arrived today. While the instructions are good I kept this video saved for that year ready and it was great just to get the reassurance I was putting it up correctly as it doesn’t seem like something made to be taken apart! Fiddly but simple, I like it when a plan comes together.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Great work, and thanks for letting me know 👍

[@TheOuseValleySinglesClub]

Really helpful... I’m useless at following instructions and you made it a lot easier, confirming what I needed to do! Many thanks

[@jillparry1672]

Oh my goodness, you made it so easy for me, and saved me £200 by doing it myself. Hooray and thank you.

[@jeanlecourt5453]

Thanks Man ! Your explanations are better than french ones ! I have understood all I need about that blue store, merci beaucoup !!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Jean. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@davidparkland4681]

Thank you. I found this video significantly easier to follow than the printed instructions.

[@michaelwillis5268]

Thank you for the video , very informative and clear instruction. Made fitting my blind straight forward apart from being perched on top of my step ladder .

[@CharlieDIYte]

Good work and thanks for the comment. Glad you found it useful 👍

[@katherineroberts4723]

Many thanks Charlie - I managed to do this and saved myself a sizeable amount of money - keep making the videos!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Katherine. Glad you found it useful and thanks for letting me know. 🙏

[@SoftwareSavesMe]

You are my new best friend! I was a little intimidated at the prospect of putting a 4 ft square blind into my skylight in a 10-foot ceiling, but my confidence is restored and I’m ready to go. Thanks much.

[@philipjones2860]

Just fitted my first Velux blind after watching your clip! Thanks!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Philip. Glad you found it useful. 👊

[@ElvisJnr74]

Brilliant tutorial... Just saved myself £35 to get someone to fit it... 10/10

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks. Really glad it helped 👍🏻

[@nigelhales226]

I’m sure I could have followed the guide but your step by step guid made it easy even for someone who’s not great at DIY.. many Thamks

[@jilliananable8057]

This couldnt have been more helpful and clear. Thank you!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Jillian 👍🏻

[@corinneair]

Fabulous Charlie. Thank you so much for that amazing video. We followed your video to the T and fitted our 2 velux windows with their blinds pausing your video at each step. 2 blinds fitted in 10mins from non DIY couple. Can’t thank you enough & they look class.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Fantastic work. So chuffed you found my video useful and thanks for letting me know.

[@gracegowdy6581]

Thanks Charlie, you were really helpful - after putting off this job for 6 whole months I finally did it! 🎉

[@CharlieDIYte]

So glad to hear that Grace. It's a great system isn't it and they do phenomenal solar powered remote control ones too 👍

[@TartanArmy85]

Im glad i didnt pay the £380 I was quoted to have my blinds installed! This vid helped guide me do it myself. Thanks!

[@angelasharp5491]

Your very helpful and clear video was clearer than the Velux own one because you did close ups and talked to us about the different steps. So much easier to follow than just the pictorial leaflet guide as well. The design had also changed since we had the original put in 14 years ago. So we now have a fully functioning blind again, put up with no stress thanks to you!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're very welcome, thanks so much for taking the time to comment. I agree. The pictures are all very well (and cheap for Velux as they don't need translating across jurisdictions) but are sometimes a little hard to follow.

[@katependry]

Oh bless you Charlie! Your how-to-videos are so easy to follow, and you cover everything. Turning a stress job for someone not used to diy into something actually fun and really rewarding. I'm sitting now in a room filled with gently diffused light through my new blind ...

[@hussainal-baghdadi2128]

Is ur strings at the side off it wrapped up in a certain location because my one don’t seem to fit

[@nigelstone3229]

I know that you produced the video several years ago now but it has been very helpful, as are all your videos. I often recommend your videos to people who ask me how to carry out DIY projects as they are clear, concise and accurate. Well done.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks so much Nigel. I'm humbled you find my vids useful, and can't thank you enough for recommending them, and also for getting in touch. It would have been so tough growing this channel over the years without all the support and encouragement from you guys! 👊

[@cardermedia]

Thank you so much for making this video! 08:33 was the bit that made me stumble. Simple once you know how! :)

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome. Glad you found it useful. 👍

[@mayellamaxwell6780]

Perfect, just done my first Velux blind - you are so good at explaining and showing - thank you so much! 3 more to do - easy peasy!!

[@CharlieDIYte]

So glad to hear that and thanks for letting me know. 🙏

[@LiamSelby_]

Great video, blind companies charge a fortune for fitting. This has helped me greatly. Thanks

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@annette2653]

Having seen the video I'm not surprised they charge a lot. It's a good video but I'm Norma Wisdom so I'll get someone in.

[@stevesmith3514]

Good clear video, much clearer than the written instructions !

[@CharlieDIYte]

Steve Smith Thanks Steve!

[@alejvalencia1553]

Hoping it's as easy as you make it look. Our blinds are in the mail right now and should be here mid week. Thanks for posting.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Alej, this system is a joy. You'll be fine 👍

[@mahfooan]

This is a great video! I wasn't sure if I'll install my Velux blinds on my own and after your video I decided to try. Great and clear instructions. Saved me so much money as I have 11 Velux skylights. Thank you!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Ah, great work and very satisfying 👌👍👏

[@BrianWMay]

As always you made it lovely and clear and kept up with the helpful hints. Much appreciated (again).

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Brian. Glad you found it useful. 👊

[@ЖеняШарлотский]

Great tutorial! It has saved me a lot of time. Much better than VELUX explanation video, all tiny tricks are clearly visible. I would really appreciate tutorial how TO REMOVE this blind (very first piece which is clicked in the window top). Thanks a lot!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks. From memory you just pull it out but maybe check inside the mechanism first from underneath to see if there's any release lug.

[@irishwhiskeybealbocht9597]

Most of these 'help' tutorials are by shouty individuals that care only about promoting themselves, NOT this guy, kudos to him. Very helpful and very well explained and filmed. *Top tip was lining up the guide rails at the top. Respect.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks buddy, realty appreciate that 👊

[@jennyetherington7298]

OMG I have a fitted, working blackout blind!! Most excellent instructions.

[@gerrynkennedy]

Charlie may have saved my life! It was so easy with this guide today!

[@CharlieDIYte]

So glad to hear that. Thanks for the comment 👍🏻

[@davebron4888]

Thanks Charlie,got 7 to fit tomorrow for my daughter.

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome. Thanks for the comment!

[@iainpatterson5210]

Now to put learning in action! Thanks Charlie.

[@woozles13]

Brilliant! I’m crap at DIY but felt confident enough to try this and it really was as easy as you said! I’ve no bradawl so used a nail and a block of wood to tap it in just a little. The wood is soft enough for this to work well. The little velux tool was fine too. Feeling a bit smug! Worth a subscribe! 👍😊

[@dominicbooth1957]

Very clear instructions. However what a piece of kit by velux! So clever and easy to fit

[@CharlieDIYte]

It's great isn't it! And they also do a solar charged battery operated remote control version which is next level!

[@lickaun]

thank you so much. you saved me messing around for an hour trying to figure it out

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome 👍

[@tenajnin]

Amazing guide! Helped me install mine in 10 mins

[@mariapapathomas4075]

Thank you so much. I will try to do this myself now. You are so clear with your explanations!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Maria and good luck with the install. You'll do a great job 👍

[@gordonmowat9972]

Good, clear & helpful video - many thanks.

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Gordon. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@bertiecat2305]

Charlie made this so easy and fun! Thank you Charlie

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome. Thanks so much for the comment. Glad you found it useful.

[@aidanhallett5590]

Clear and helpful. Thank you. It worked as it should.

[@nynnepors7657]

Thanks A LOT from Denmark and some who is about to order a new blackout!

[@adriancoffey4954]

Covered everything, much easier than reading the instruction book, thanks

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Adrian! 👍

[@tankjohnson8539]

Thanks for the video Charlie. I was pretty certain I knew what to do but watching you made the diagrams a whole lot clearer. Blind install without a problem

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@dremmettbrown9520]

Never knew Gordon Ramsay did blinds aswel...jeez this man is full of talent

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Doc 😉👍

[@stephanieamor7520]

Thanks what a great tutorial! Feeling confidant & about to fit veluxe blinds now into my new veluxe windows 🙌

[@willhalliday5272]

Very helpful, everything clearly explained, saved me a lot of time - Thanks!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Cheers Will. Thanks for letting me know. Glad you found it useful. 👊

[@squirrellnutkin19]

Just fitted mine after familiarising myself with your video. Made it so much easier to do. Many thanks

[@glenthorne1]

Thanks for making a fairly simple job so much easier. All completed in ten minutes with your help 👍👌

[@CharlieDIYte]

Yey, great news Stephen. Good work and thanks so much for getting in touch 👍

[@Wat10153]

Great video, very clear and to the point - thank you! We then successfully installed 3 blinds. By the way, I am reliably informed (by my wife!) that the "little plastic molding" that the left and right lugs come attached to, is called "sprue", not a word I knew before.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Great work Gordon, and please thank your wife for her expert knowledge. I'll remember that next time!

[@danielbroughton5644]

Only seing this now lol. Was done 6yrs ago 😂 still relevant. Great video

[@WillemynvanVelthoven]

Thank you for the gentle instal along! It is still very helpful.

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome. Thank you the the comment. I'm glad you found it useful.

[@nickfinch]

Thanks for the video. I installed mine this morning. All installed it in less than 10 mins. I actually bought the blind from Velux as I had seen your install video a few months ago. I was going to buy a cheaper one but this one is so easy. I'm so glad I did get the proper one.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Well done, Nick and thanks for the comment 👍🏻

[@TheCironni]

Excellent demo - and the tip about pushing up the channel was spot on!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks 👍

[@geoffcooper5965]

What a helpful video👍. Made a simple fitting process even easier by removing all doubt. Thanks Charlie.

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Geoff. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@sarahkynaston8054]

This seems such a simple thing.was a bit worried before,but looking forward to it now

[@geoffhunt2914]

A lovely and easy to follow installation guide. Thank you

[@lilliankoponen9760]

Thank you SO much! Yours was the 3rd vid I watched and . . . Mission accomplished! Excellent how-to!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Great work, and thanks for letting me know - really glad you found it useful!!

[@robevans8364]

Great installation video Charlie, much easier than following the visuals in the velux booklet.......3 blinds fitted in 30 minutes... Cheers!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks for the comment Rob - really glad you found it useful!

[@michaellooker8416]

Thanks your help ! Easy to understand and I was able to instal 2 blinds reasonably quickly !!!! Thanks 5 star !!!!

[@krazes]

Very helpful, was confused all day for the rail/side clipping in process.. realised it was meant to go on the inner side...

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome. Thanks for the comment. 👍

[@rickvisser1986]

The Bear Grils of DIY at home. Solid video. Thank you 🎉

[@CharlieDIYte]

I like that - makes a change from Piers Morgan 🤣👊

[@16addam]

Wicked, ours had broken....watching this enabled me to fix it within 5 minutes! Ta!

[@ThePeterschultznh]

Great job showing and telling. Thank you very much. From Groton, Massachusetts, USA

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks Peter, and I'm humbled you should have found my vid all the way over in Massachusetts 👍

[@mariobrown6348]

Great. Thanks. Mine broke and following these steps helped me to fix it!

[@mistrimagic]

Great video, really simple and straight forward. Thanks very much

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're very welcome. Thanks for the comment 👍🏻

[@janvanderwind9033]

Very good and clear explanation, especially placing the metal sidelines and fixing with screws not to get openings between side-metals and top-metal. Missing the first part explanation, in case you do NOT have already the right plastics in your window, how to install the right plastics in the top of your Velux window to fit the top metal part of the Blind (step 1) . The two spare plastics are provided, not explained how to install them if needed. Thanks for your video.

[@andreahughes3642]

This video helped a lot, thank you Charlie!

[@bgcryptonetwork]

Great job! Thank you from Bulgaria :)

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're very welcome, and I'm humbled to hear you're watching my vids in Bulgaria!